WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Poetry enthusiasts will come together this Wednesday for a virtual collaborative writing experience hosted by FreeleSpoken through the Poetry for Your Soul platform. The one-hour event is scheduled for July 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM EDT online, and will focus on the theme of “CheckMate.” Interactive Format Encourages Group Participation…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County (UWWC) has announced its 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), inviting qualifying nonprofit organizations to apply for grants supporting programs that serve Wayne County residents. Application Materials Now Available The NOFO and supplementary grant materials became available Monday, July 28, 2025, through the organization’s website at…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — A community-focused event aimed at raising awareness for mental health issues, particularly affecting children in minority communities, will take place this Saturday at Anderson Point Park. The Minority Mental Health 5K Walk, Run or Bike, organized by Kimberly McGhee, invites participants to engage in physical activity while supporting an important cause. The…… read more »
Durham, NC — A new open mic event is set to bring together local artists and creative enthusiasts at Congress Social Bar Wednesday, July 30 at 8:30pm. The Next Movement: An Open Mic Experience, organized by local artist Ciante Smith, known professionally as JustCiTheVision, aims to provide a platform for performers of all skill levels…… read more »
RALEIGH, N.C. — The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for 15 counties across central North Carolina as dangerously hot conditions continue to grip the region, with heat index values reaching as high as 110 degrees. The extreme heat warning, which affects Alamance, Orange, Durham, Chatham, Wake, Johnston, Moore, Lee, Harnett, Wayne, Richmond, Scotland,…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Wayne County Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the Wayne County Public Schools Central Services building located at 2001 E. Royall Avenue in Goldsboro. The board meeting is set to begin at 3:30 p.m. with a closed session, followed by an…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Bryan Rashon Lewis, a 34-year-old educator, coach, and multi-talented artist, is bringing something unprecedented to Goldsboro: a family-friendly sneaker showcase designed to unite the community and showcase the city in a positive light. Scheduled for August 9th from 12 PM to 5 PM at Rosewood High School, “Bryan’s Sneaker Showcase” represents more…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – Special Olympics Wayne County will present its annual Miss Lovelies Pageant on Saturday, August 2, at 1:00 PM being held at the Paramount Theatre, celebrating the talents and achievements of young women in the special needs community. The Miss Lovelies 2025 Pageant will feature contestants competing in three categories: evening gown…… read more »
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Juanita Curtis has found her forever home in Goldsboro, and she’s on a mission to help her new community understand a critical gap in their insurance coverage. The licensed insurance agent, who moved to the area from Smithfield about a year and a half ago, recently hosted an educational event at the…… read more »
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — United Way has unveiled a comprehensive initiative to address the growing challenges faced by working families who earn too much to qualify for traditional assistance programs but too little to achieve financial security. Understanding ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed The initiative centers around supporting individuals and families classified as ALICE—Asset…… read more »
